Not for reproduction, publication or distribution without the prior written consent of the author: SailingEurope. Syros Syros has been inhabited since Neolithic times. Excavations at Kastri and Halandrani revealed a prehistoric acropolis and a burial ground of the Early Cycladic period. Location and climate it is located almost in the middle of the Cyclades, 83 naval miles from Piraeus and 62 naval miles from Rafina. It is 22 kilometres long and 9 kilometres wide, with an area of 86 square kilometres. Syros is administrative, commercial, intellectual and cultural centre of the Cyclades. The northern mountainous part of the island is named Apano Meria, while the most of the settlements and beaches are in the southern part. Apano Meria is perfect for exploration, since the roads and paths are minimal, the landscape is breathtaking. The southern part of Syros has excellent roads that connect all the villages with Ermoupoli, the capital and main harbour of the island. Syros has a typical Mediterrenean climate, characterized by sunny and hot summers and mild winters with infrequent but heavy rain. Average temperature (°C) jan feb mar apr may jun jul aug sep oct nov dec 8 9 16 15 19 24 26 26 23 18 9 8 Syros, Greece
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SyrosSyros has been inhabited since Neolithic times.
Excavations at Kastri and Halandrani revealed a prehistoric acropolis and a burial ground of the Early Cycladic period.
Location and climateit is located almost in the middle of the Cyclades, 83 naval miles
from Piraeus and 62 naval miles from Rafina. It is 22 kilometres long
and 9 kilometres wide, with an area of 86 square kilometres. Syros
is administrative, commercial, intellectual and cultural centre of the
Cyclades. The northern mountainous part of the island is named
Apano Meria, while the most of the settlements and beaches are
in the southern part. Apano Meria is perfect for exploration, since
the roads and paths are minimal, the landscape is breathtaking. The
southern part of Syros has excellent roads that connect all the villages
with Ermoupoli, the capital and main harbour of the island.
Syros has a typical Mediterrenean climate, characterized by sunny
and hot summers and mild winters with infrequent but heavy rain.
Average temperature (°C)
jan feb mar apr may jun jul aug sep oct nov dec
8 9 16 15 19 24 26 26 23 18 9 8
Syros, Greece
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History and sightsSyros has been inhabited since Neolithic times. Excavations at Kastri
and Halandrani revealed a prehistoric acropolis and a burial ground
of the Early Cycladic period. Legend has it that the first inhabitant,
Coeranus (‘’Lightning’’) came to the island riding a dolphin after his
ship had sunk.
In the 6th century BC, Syros flourished. After the Persian Wars, Syros
became ally of Athens. In subsequent times, it was ruled by the
Macedonians, the Romans and the Byzantines.
The island rose to prominence at the end of the Ottoman period. At
that time, Ermoupoli became the main port and commercial centre
of the Eastern Mediterranean. During the Greek War of Independence,
Syros remained neutral, though it provided shelter to refugees. After
the war, it continued to prosper.
Its decline began when oil replaced coal as the fuel for ships and the
island was no longer needed for refueling stop.
When you come to Syros, try to see the following sights:
The capital, Ermoupoli (Queen of the Cyclades) is located on a
naturally amphitheatrical site, with neoclassical buildings cascading
down to the harbour. Its centre is Miaoli Square with a statue of
Admiral Miaoulis. The Town Hall is worth seeing, as well as the
Apollo Theatre, which is a copy of La Scala in Milan. The town also
has many magnificient churches like the Dormition of Our Lady,
St. Demetrius and St. Nicholas.
Ano Syros – a small village in medieval style. It is the home of the
Catholic cathedral of St. George and the monasteries of the Jesuits
and the Capucins.
On the northeast side of the island, at Halandriani and Kastri,
where the excavations brought to light prehistoric finds.
Syros, Greece Syros, Greece
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Syros todayThis administrative centre of the Cyclades provides great combination
of untypical architecture for the area, natural beauty and famous
Greek hospitality. The proximity to Athens and a considerable number
of tourist amenities, make Syros an attractive destination.
It has population of roughly 25 000, half of which is Catholic. Its
economy is doing well enough for people not to be too desperate for
tourism, and that is the main reason why Syros is the administrative
centre of the Cyclades.
How to arrive?By ferry
There are several ferries from Piraeus and Rafina. Connections with